Suggestions for nature near New York
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Jeremy W. • August 12, 2014This is normally closed to the public, but check Central Park Conservancy's website for hours/days of public tours.
Emily R. • August 22, 2011One of the most magical parts of Central Park...you would never know you're in the middle of Manhattan. Wooded area with tons of trails, waterfalls and bird-watching.
Dayron A. • July 11, 2011Washington Square Park is a great park to walk in the mornings. I love the outdoors and it's just pure nature :)
The Corcoran Group • March 4, 2013Enjoy this popular and scenic route on a bike, on roller blades or on your own two feet. You'll enjoy great people watching, nature spotting and gorgeous cityscapes.
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • December 11, 2021Small tranquil park planted on the edge of Gramercy. Perfect for hanging out on warm days, sipping on coffee, getting lost in the pages of a book or just if you want the semblance of being in nature!
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • July 13, 2020Hudson River Park is the second largest park in Manhattan after Central Park. It runs from about Battery Park all the way to 59th. Great park to walk around, a mix of both the city and nature
Joycott • January 30, 2014We love this park because it's not usually very crowded. It's a great place in the city to sit and relax and take in nature.
Chamal R. • August 12, 2014Escape from the concrete jungle for few seconds to admire the nature (by nature I mean squirrels and the greens)
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • February 16, 2019This is a peaceful, rustic, charming garden attached to the church. Lots of beautiful flowers, butterflies and nature sounds. The quietness here is the calmness you need in the crazy city that is NYC!
Susie N. • August 25, 2011If you run, walk, or cycle the park, hang a turn into the north woods and suddenly you escape the city into a quiet fairly land...great way to let your mind blend with nature and expand your senses.
julio m. • July 11, 2013Nature in the middle of an urban megalopolis. Beautiful, simple as that. Oh and C and B train both stop here, and the station has WIFI
Dora • July 21, 2010Planning a nature hike? Borrow a free Discovery Kit backpack equipped with binoculars, a guidebook, maps and sketching materials. Must be 6 or older with an adult.Powered by ParentsConnect.com
Torzin S • July 3, 2015One of the best spot of NYC where culture and architecture merge with nature. Not surprise why many films used this spot for romantic location.
Compass • July 23, 2013The first community garden has been around since the seventies and harbors a pond, vegetable gardens, berries, herbs, and rare trees. It’s a meeting place for old friends and nature lovers.
Brandon M. • November 9, 2013Open to the public on weekends. A delightful spot to relax and take in nature.
BuzzFeed • August 23, 2016The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir located in Central Park in Upper Manhattan is 1.58 miles around. Enjoy the beautiful view that’s equal parts nature, equal parts urban paradise.
8.5Park •Mt. Morris Park W & Madison Ave (btwn W 120th & W 124th St), New York
Kimmie O. • November 22, 2019Enjoy nature, the amphitheater & the music.
Angel • May 14, 2012Several amazing places are under nature's harmony: take a chance to just be quiet and to be sitting. But not for long, life too short to be sitting for eternity...
Darshy N. • February 23, 2015Beautiful Park for dog runs, 🐶 🏃 exploring nature and taking in scenic views.
Untapped Cities • May 31, 2016Entering through Swindler’s Cove, head towards the waterfront and walk along the metal esplanade, then down a small, unmarked dirt path and discover a little gem of a nature spot.
Cristina R. • August 25, 2012If you come before 430, you can paddle a canoe for free. I hear there's lots of untouched nature here also.
David M. • November 9, 2014Birdfeeders bring a wide selection of local and transitory birds in all seasons
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